I was in the same position as you 5yrs ago, I did go on holiday with family at the beginning but couldnt expect them to go on holiday with me all the time when they have a family of their own, so I plucked up enough courage and spoke to a lovely lady from JY she put my mind at ease, I booked a holiday to costa de luz in Spain thought nice easy one to start with, I was so nervous leading up to the holiday thinking have I done the right thing but I'm so glad I did, it was brilliant, I met some amazing people, tour manager was lovely and really good at her job, everything is taken care of for you, I'm hooked got the bug as they say, I've  now done 4 with a 5 booked for june that's if it's not cancelled with everything going on at the moment, when we do finally get through this current situation,  I recommend that you bite the bullet so to speak and book a holiday, you wont be disappointed,  I think we'll all need a holiday after this. I've met some amazing people that I still keep in touch with and seen some lovely places, the excursion are all good, you'll be in good company and you'll never be alone at meal times but you still have your own space if you want to. Hope this helps you to make a decision, it's the best thing I ever did, you never know we might even get to meet on a JY holiday, take care and happy holidaying, all the best Donna...

will definitely rebook once all this madness has passed. Take care of yourself, stay safe and get planning!

First of all so sorry about your sad loss.  Unfortunately life has to go on for those left behind.  Once the current situation is over, pluck up the courage and go ahead and book something - pick a destination you always wanted to visit.  You will be travelling with like minded people of all ages and life experiences. When you travel with Just You, you are well looked after and are never alone unless you choose to be.  I am so glad I took the plunge in 2019 and since then have been on amazing holidays and made some lovely memories.  I have also made some great friends who I keep in touch with.

Best wishes

Jaya

So sorry for your loss. I am in a similar position at the moment except I lost my husband 9mths ago. Needed to find strength to go on .So i visited the Destinations Show just to get out of the house and saw the Just You Stand so deceided speak to someone. I think knowing that other people are in the same or similar position as yourself makes the initial plunge a little easier. I am booked to go to Jordan in September .You will find the strength and courage when you are ready . Take your time but like the rest of us - one step at a time . Take care stay safe.

Firstly can I say I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You will find that the JY Family are tremendous and if you fail to make friends on any of the trips I would say you didn't go with JY. I formed a contact group with people I went on on a trip with 2 years ago and they have certainly helped with the present uncertain times. I went on a trip last year and one of the group had lost his wife only a matter of weeks before and at the end of the holiday he thank us all for listening and understanding and also for the many laughs we had especially in the bar after dinner. There were moments when he needed quiet time and that is the beauty of this group you can join in as much as you like but you certainly will not be eating alone.

So get this virus thing out of the way then decide where you would like to go and book it you will certainly not be disappointed with the level of care and attention to detail by JY and the excellent tour manangers and the superb group of fellow travellers. Happy hunting and enjoy.

Stay safe

Paul

I then went to Croatia, Bulgaria, Canada New England trip, Boston ending our trip in New York, where myself and two others went to see The Lion King on Broadway, the cheesecake in the famous New York restaurant. 

I have had some fantastic holidays, and will be going again next year as I have this year’s holidays sorted out, 

So all I would say, is take the plunge, go with Just You, and you’ll find new friends.Julie

Best wishes

Jaya

Enjoy your first JY holiday, I don't think you will regret it.

Can I echo all that everyone else has said. I went to Lake Como last September with JY just 3 months after I had lost my husband. I cried the night before I went, I cried when I got there & had a few wobbles through out the holiday BUT I was with a great group of people & they got me through it.I am hoping to go to Tuscany in September but who knows.

Enjoy your first JY holiday, I don't think you will regret it.

Hi Darryl

I think that is what is so good about the JY trips a group of complete strangers very quickly become a group of friends together with those hugs when needed. Oh how I miss those hugs at the moment. I don't know if you have read my review but if you go to search box top right and put in 'Highlights of Tuscany 10-17th May 2018' you will see what a wonderful trip we had to delightful Tuscany. I set up a whatsapp group on our return and am still in touch with a number from that trip. You will certainly not be disappointed if you decide to go.

Take care stay safe Paul

I’ve now booked up two holidays with JY for next May (Russia) and October (New York), but wish we weren’t in lockdown so I could arrange something much sooner. Everyone here sounds so lovely, really want to make lots of new friends.

Can I echo all that everyone else has said. I went to Lake Como last September with JY just 3 months after I had lost my husband. I cried the night before I went, I cried when I got there & had a few wobbles through out the holiday BUT I was with a great group of people & they got me through it.I am hoping to go to Tuscany in September but who knows.

Enjoy your first JY holiday, I don't think you will regret it.

Hi Darryl

I think that is what is so good about the JY trips a group of complete strangers very quickly become a group of friends together with those hugs when needed. Oh how I miss those hugs at the moment. I don't know if you have read my review but if you go to search box top right and put in 'Highlights of Tuscany 10-17th May 2018' you will see what a wonderful trip we had to delightful Tuscany. I set up a whatsapp group on our return and am still in touch with a number from that trip. You will certainly not be disappointed if you decide to go.

Take care stay safe Paul

Thank you Paul I will take a look.I am definitely going, that is if we can go. Hope you are well Darryl

Hi from a first timer on this forum. Over the past 19 years my husband and I were fortunate enough to have lots of amazing holidays  - mostly in Europe but some further afield too. Sadly my husband passed away two weeks ago after a long illness. I know he would want me to try and carry on as normal, so now I have the prospect of holidaying alone. I’m very scared - I can’t bear the idea of not having my husband and best friend there to share the experience with, but equally I don’t want to spend the rest of my life never going on holiday again.  I’d be interested to hear of anyone else who might have been through the same experience and how you overcame that initial anxiety. It would be lovely to make new friends on holiday - hopefully a 59 year old gay guy wouldn’t feel too much out of place. Restaurants are one of my biggest fears - Steve and I loved trying the best local restaurants, wonderful regional food and wine. Dining alone fills me with dread - I don’t want to spend every evening in my hotel room with a room service meal.  Hopefully, once the world is back to normal and everyone can travel again, I’ll be able to pluck up the courage and make a booking.

I've been on two JY tours and can tell you as a shy gay man of 60 I felt completely at ease. JY solo travellers in my experience are lovely, friendly, interesting and kind. It won't be the same as your happy memories of holidays with your husband. It will be different but you will never regret it.

Take care. Take courage. Take the step and book it.